How to Cultivate Baby's Breath
Let me tell you about how to cultivate Baby's Breath and the green plant flower cultivation methods for potting Baby's Breath. Please refer to the detailed introduction below.
Baby's Breath, scientifically known as Convolvulus cneorum, is popular among flower enthusiasts due to its high ornamental value and frequent use as a flower arrangement material. Many people enjoy keeping Baby's Breath at home for decoration. The cultivation method for Baby's Breath is simple, and I will explain the cultivation method next.
1. Soil Selection
The soil for planting Baby's Breath needs to have good breathability and alkaline soil. A mixture of garden soil and sand in a 1:1 ratio can be used. Before placing the soil in the pot, it needs to be sterilized, preferably by exposing it to sunlight, which can retain the nutritional medium in the soil to the maximum extent.
2. Sunlight
Planting Baby's Breath does not require strict sunlight; it only needs to be placed on the balcony or windowsill for 2-4 hours of sunlight bath when the sunlight is not intense. However, it is important to note that during the summer, when sunlight is strong, Baby's Breath should be moved to a shaded area to prevent its leaves from getting sunburned and turning yellow.
3. Watering Frequency
The watering frequency for Baby's Breath does not need to be too high, just keep the soil moist. When the weather is relatively warm, water the soil in small amounts multiple times, about 2-3 times a week on average. Before winter, it is necessary to gradually extend the interval between watering. After winter, since the plant needs to keep the soil slightly dry, you can consider spraying a small amount of water around the plant with a spray bottle to prevent the flowers and leaves from drying out.
4. Fertilizing
When planting Baby's Breath, use a compound fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium to avoid affecting the quality of the flowers. Do not use nitrogen fertilizer. Also, the frequency of fertilizing the plant should not be too frequent, once every ten days is sufficient. There is no need to fertilize during extreme conditions like summer and winter.
The above is a detailed explanation of how to cultivate Baby's Breath and the potting cultivation methods, for your reference and suggestions!